Robert H. Adams Middle School serves 679 students in grades 6-8.
Robert H. Adams Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert H. Adams Middle School's student population of 679 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Robert H. Adams Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Robert H. Adams Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%

Hispanic
6%
22%

Black
1%
10%

White
81%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert H. Adams Middle School's ranking?
Robert H. Adams Middle School is ranked #492 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert H. Adams Middle School?
679 students attend Robert H. Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Robert H. Adams Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert H. Adams Middle School?
Robert H. Adams Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert H. Adams Middle School offer ?
Robert H. Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert H. Adams Middle School part of?
Robert H. Adams Middle School is part of Holliston School District.
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